Creamy Mushroom Cavatappi Recipe

Name: Creamy Mushroom Cavatappi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces cavatappi pasta or 12 ounces campanelle pasta; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 small onion, chopped; 1 (8 ounce) package sliced mushrooms; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 ½ cups milk; ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus additional for serving; salt and pepper; 1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas; 8 ounces deli-sliced ham, cut into 1/2-inch-wide strips

Servings: persons

12 ounces cavatappi pasta or 12 ounces campanelle pasta
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 (8 ounce) package sliced mushrooms
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 ½ cups milk
½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus additional for serving
salt and pepper
1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas
8 ounces deli-sliced ham, cut into 1/2-inch-wide strips

1
Heat large covered saucepot of salted water to boiling on high.
2
Add pasta and cook as label directs.
3
Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, heat oil on medium until hot.
4
Add onion and cook 3 minutes or until beginning to soften.
5
Increase heat to medium-high, and stir in mushrooms; cook 8 to 10 minutes or until mushrooms are golden and most liquid evaporates, stirring frequently.
6
Transfer mushroom mixture to small bowl.
7
In 2-cup liquid measuring cup, whisk cornstarch into milk; add to same skillet and heat to boiling on medium, whisking frequently.
8
Boil 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent scorching on bottom of skillet.
9
Remove skillet from heat and whisk in 1/2 cup Parmesan, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper.
10
Place peas in colander.
11
Pour pasta over peas; drain and return to saucepot.
12
Stir in mushroom mixture, cheese sauce, and ham; toss to coat.
13
Serve with freshly grated Parmesan.

586

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces cavatappi pasta or 12 ounces campanelle pasta, 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1 small onion, chopped, 1 (8 ounce) package sliced mushrooms, and more.

Yes, Creamy Mushroom Cavatappi falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Creamy Mushroom Cavatappi

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